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Not a Marketplace God. 1 John 5:1-6. May 5, 2024.

Sometimes words seem to catch on in Christian circles, and the word “transactional” seems to be on the move, being used in more and more articles as time passes. A word like that can remind us of the marketplace, where you expect to get what you pay for, or to say it another way, to get a fair trade for what you give. Does love work that way? Does God’s love work that way? Listen to the dangers of marketplace love.

What Makes The Good Shepherd Good? (4/21/24)

In this sermon we hear about what truly makes the GOOD Shepherd truly GOOD. Furthermore, we I really focus on these two words today: UNWAIVERING COMMITMENT. Read these words in John 10:11-18, and ask yourself if this is clear and true? While others may run from you when times get hard, or when your sin abounds, we find this Shepherd laying down his life, refusing to run, and marching straight to the cross. Do listen!

What Does It Look Like When He Moves? Acts 4:25-31

In the later part of Acts 4, we see God’s Spirit moving in an amazing way. In this particular chapter we see the glorious truths of how abundant grace frees us to trust, frees us to give, and frees us to find true unity! As you listen to these verses, ask yourself if these are some characteristics that are missing from our world today! Undoubtedly, God brings healing in the lives of His people in some of the most beautiful ways! Do listen! 4/7/24.

Resilience. Palm Sunday, Evening of March 24, 2024.

Gloire Houmba said that it was time that people hear his story and the story of others! We are now better off, as we heard time and time again about how God has remained faithful, which in turn helps us to remain faithful. Thank you to Aiden, Joe, Braiden, and Tatum for your courageous testimonies of how you remained resilient during your time of trouble. God is good!

Mary, Martha, and Gloire Houmba. Sun., March 17th.

Of course not everyone loves company! There is so much to do, to worry about, and cooking and cleaning just add to the stresses. It is almost funny that two thousand years ago, they had their own set of worries! Here, Jesus is the guest, and Mary finds herself sitting at His feet, while her sister is left scrambling around trying to take care of the necessities! What can we learn about hospitality, priorities, and devotion? Do listen as Gloire Houmba brings this sermon from the gospels.

Neither Wisdom Nor Signs. 1 Corinthians 1:17-31.

St. Paul, in his message to the Corinthians, strikes a blow to the cravings of the first century people of Corinth. Some desired signs and power while others desired wisdom and eloquent speech, but he proclaims that he preaches Christ crucified! This is a stumbling block to so many, but to us, it is the power of salvation! What would it look like today for a people to believe that knowledge and power could lead to salvation, and how does the Cross of Christ proclaim something different?

Seven Deadly Sins: Gluttony. Feb. 18, 2024.

"Listen, my son, and be wise, and set your heart on the right path. Do not join those who drink too much wine and gorge themselves on meat, for drunkards and gluttons become poor, and drowsiness clothes them in rags." This is what we find in Proverbs 23:19-21. Of course, we also know that God has given us tastebuds, sweet fruit, and delicious cuts of meat! He certainly isn’t anti-food! What does Christian eating look like? Do listen to this amazing look at the sin of gluttony!

The 7 Deadly Sins: Envy. Deut. 5:21. Feb. 4, 2024.

Exodus 20:17 tell us, "Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbor's." It is thought provoking to think about this commandment, because it hints at our desires. Why is it so hard to be happy with what we have, what are the dangers that come from envy, and how can it be conquered? Do listen to this sermon on the topic of envy!

The 7 Deadly Sins: Pride. Luke 14:11. Jan. 21, 2024.

Pride, one of the sins that keeps us from seeing our need for God, one of the sins that keep us from going to Him when we see our need, and one of the sins that keeps us from loving others as we should. The Bible is full of verses concerning it, yet we have such a hard time seeing it in ourselves. We hope this sermon helps you see that pride that hides within us all. “For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” (Luke 14:11)

The 7 Deadly Sins: Anger. Dec. 31, 2023.

Here we begin a new sermon series on the classical seven deadly sins, covering wrath and anger, in this particular sermon. The sins of pride, anger, lust, greed, sloth, and others are incredible to look at from a Biblical perspective, and they are undoubtably sins that, when we dig deeply, we find in ourselves. We discussed how few of us see ourselves of being guilty of these sins, specifically the dangers of anger, how anger can be used for good, and how we go about becoming more pateint.

He Has Done It All. 1 Thess. 5:16-24. Dec. 17, 2023.

There are so many ways to preach a text. We can look to what we are called to do, how we are called to live, and so frequently, what we are doing wrong - but usually there is more to a text to that, including what God has done for us. Remember, we were dead in our trespasses and sins! Robert Capon’s words ring true: “At the very worse, all you can be is dead - and for him who is the Resurrection and the Life, that just makes you his cup of tea.” Do listen as we hear about God’s taking action!

An End Times Christmas. Mark 13:23-37. Dec. 3, 2023.

Of course “end times sermons” usually emphasize negative events that come with judgment, but the truth is that there will also be much beauty before us. When Jesus returns, He will get the glory that He deserves, the elect will be gathered from the corners of the world, and more. Isn’t it amazing how this almost seems to fit the season, as we find Him getting the glory, people find themselves in the season of “gathering”, and as we prepare to be ready! Do listen to this beautiful look at what is to come!

Weighted Words & The Trail of Crumbs. Mark 7:24-29

Both Matthew and Mark are the best of story tellers! Here is a woman that is described as a Syrophoenician, Gentile, Canaanite, from the land of Tyre and Sidon. These words have meaning, and they carry weight, just as Jesus knew that working a miracle for her would carry weight! She understood what it meant, that Jesus is the Bread of Life. And so too must we! Do listen to this wonderful story from Mark 7:24-29. (Aug. 20, 2023)

Jesus' Friendship Test. John 15:12-17. June 25, 2023.

Perhaps you remember those Teen Magazine surveys, and the 10 question test that lets you know "If you make a good best friend." Of course, Jesus isn't giving a fill-in-the-circle friendship test, but in John 15:12-17, He is giving insight into what makes him different. And he is calling us to follow him into the depths of real relationships with others.

Cretans, lairs? Gentiles, in Darkness? Eph. 3:1-12. Jan. 8, 2022.

Epimenides was a classical philosopher and poet from Crete. He wrote once that “all Cretans are liars,” a line that Paul quotes in Titus 1:12. What? I mean, are they all that bad? What about the Holy Scriptures that describe Jesus coming to a people that are "...living in darkness"? Could the Gentiles really be that bad off? Yeah, they were, and to the surprise of all, God offered them the mystery of grace and mercy. Listen to this sermon on Eph 3:1-12.

Stickers & Boomers, Wendell Berry Style. Oct. 9, 2022.

Jeremiah 29 contains everyone’s favorite verse, but part of God’s plans to prosper His people, was literally a plan that they were called to follow while in Babylonian Exile. Put down roots! Plant gardens, marry, make babies, and pray for your city! Why is this calling still important today? What makes it so difficult, and how does it go against the grain of modern ladder climbers? Do listen!

You Are Not Your Own. Alan Noble. Sept. 18, 2022.

Guest speak Dr. Alan Noble visited FBC Covington. He gave a wonderful lecture from Acts 19:23-41, asking the question, “Why doesn’t the gospel upset people today?” Do you actually have to give up anything to be a Christian in our country? Are we asking them to? Dr. Noble leaves us with the unsettling words, “You are not your own.” These words center our hearts and minds, lead us to repentance, and so much more! Do listen!

Silence the Gatekeepers! Luke 18:9-19:10. June 5.

In this sermon we read the famous story of Zacchaeus in the context of Luke's words in chapter 18. How does Zacchaeus' story fit into the greater narrative of the the pharisee and the tax collector, or even Jesus' welcoming the children? In this sermon we see that God's mercy is deep, and that His mercy is wide! Oh Church, please let those needing mercy find God’s grace and love! Don’t keep them away! Luke 18:9-19:10.

They are Weak Like Me: Growing Compassion.

How can we go about growing compassion? In this teaching from October 17th we work through Hebrews 5:2-5. We can best relate to those folks that struggle like us, and we are often toughest on people that struggle with issues that we have never wrestled with.

The Gentle, Singing Savior. March 28, 2021.

In the Gospel of John the writer includes the words, “Do not fear” when telling the Palm Sunday story. Although quoted, it isn’t found in Zechariah’s prophecy. Who is John quoting, & is it Zephaniah 3:9-20? Our humble king, singing over us with his love! (One of Pastor Phillip’s favorite texts.)